Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: Decline of the Empire: The Times of the Severi
In this entry from Morey's 1901 textbook the decline of the Roman Empire is presented. The Severi emperors ranged from bad to worse, with the exception of Alexander Severus.
Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: Decline of the Empire: The Illyrian Emperors
In this article from the 1901 textbook by William Morey, you can read that the Roman empire had a period of stability before its further decline.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Ancient History Sourcebook: Marcus Aurelius Meditations
Ancient History Sourcebook offers the Meditations of Marcus Aurelius Antonius, the "philosopher emperor" of Rome. This is one of the few pieces of literature written by a world leader; even more striking is the fact that it is a work of...
PBS
Pbs: Claudius
This site contains an interesting account of the life of Claudius. Includes quotes from ancient and modern historians, as well as a scathing description of his second wife, Agrippina.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Ancient History Sourcebook: Divine Augustus
This is a translation of an extensive Roman work on Augustus and his reign. His family, family history, childhood, the loss of his father, his military career, and more are discussed in this extensive study of his life.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Kids History: Ancient Rome Timeline for Kids
Students can study the events and timeline of Ancient Rome on this site. Learn about how this powerful civilization ruled much of Europe for many centuries.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Imperial Fora
A series of public spaces in Rome called fora were built by Roman emperors and contained monumental art and architecture. View examples and read descriptions of Imperial fora built by Julius Caesar and Augustus.
Utah Education Network
Uen: Emperor or President?
Lesson helps students trace attributes of the United States government to those of ancient Greek democracy.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Ancient History Sourcebook: Aelius Spartianus
Fordham University provdides this very detailed study of the life and leadership of Hadrian. It looks at his background, his reign, and his death.
Curated OER
Web Gallery of Art: Frederick Iii, Holy Roman Emperor
An image of "Frederick III, Holy Roman Emperor", created by Bertoldo Di Giovanni in 1469 (Copper alloy, diameter 6 cm).
Curated OER
Web Gallery of Art: Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor
An image of "Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor", created by Leone Leoni, c. 1547 (Bronze medal, diameter 7,5 cm).
Ducksters
Ducksters: Biography for Kids: Julius Caesar
Explore the biography of Julius Caesar from Ancient Rome on this site. Study the first Christain Roman emperor.
Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: Julian Emperors: Reign of Caligula
Read about the insanity of Caligula in William Morey's 1901 textbook.
Authors Calendar
Author's Calendar: Marcus Aurelius
Biography of Marcus Aurelius from the perspective of his writing career, rather than his work as an emperor. Uses his own words from "The Meditations" to provide insight into his character.
Vroma Project
V Roma Project: Caligula: Historical Background
This resource presents a biography of Gaius, known as Caligula, the third emperor of Rome. Written in timeline form, it gives literary and artistic evidence about his life. It stresses the lack of credible information about his life and...
PBS
Pbs: Caligula
This site provides a narrative of the life of Caligula. Includes quotes from historians.
Other
Wesley Center for Applied Theology: Epistle of Marcus Aurelius
A primary source document written by the great Emperor in which he gives thanks to the Christians for his winning a battle.
PBS
Timeline of Peter and Paul
A timeline that is a part of a PBS documentary about Peter and Paul. The timeline shows what is happening in the Roman Empire at the same time as events in the Jewish communities.
University of Calgary
University of Calgary: Germanic Invasions of Europe
This resource provides a description of the relationship between Germania and the Roman Empire from the days of the Early Republic, and how these relationships changed as Germanic tribes began to exert pressure and eventually invaded the...
Read Works
Read Works: Ancient Rome and Byzantium the Birth of the Byzantine Empire
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about beginning of the Byzantine empire. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Curated OER
Eternal Egypt: Head of Emperor Hadrian
A head of the Roman emperor Hadrian, who ruled from A.D. 117 to 138. Only the head and part of the chest remain. The emperor is wearing military uniform and the upper part of his head is crowned with the head of the Gorgon, Medusa.
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Emperor Augustus
(63 BC-AD 14) Roman Emperor
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Emperor Aulus Vitellius
(34-69) Roman Emperor January-December, 69 C.E.
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Etc: Clip Art Etc: Emperor Titus Flavius Vespasian
(9-79) Roman Emperor AD 69-79 and founder of the Flavian dynasty.
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